At Vesta Home, we’re seeing a shift in how people live, especially in cities like New York, Miami and Los Angeles, where high-end clients are looking for move-in ready interiors that don’t compromise on style. According to a recent IBISWorld report, the U.S. furniture rental industry is now valued at over $1 billion, with the luxury and design-forward segments leading the expansion.
High-net-worth individuals, professional athletes and design-savvy clients aren’t waiting months for a sofa—or tethering themselves to a single design decision. They’re asking for beautifully designed homes in a flash—no shipping delays, no tariff fears, no furniture assembly, no compromises. And they’re finding it in luxury furniture rental.
Why Renting Furniture Is the New Luxury
Today’s luxury homeowner is fluid. They’re here for the summer, in Europe by fall, and maybe trying out a new neighborhood next year. They’re not interested in logistics, lead times or living among cardboard boxes. They want a fully styled space that reflects their lifestyle.
This shift isn’t just anecdotal—it’s generational. Forbes reports that Gen Z and Millennials are driving the rise of “flexible living”, choosing rental models for both furniture and fashion to align with fast-paced, mobile lifestyles. Design is still a priority—but ownership? Not always.
That’s where high-end furniture rental comes in. It’s not about settling—it’s about flexibility without sacrificing design. At Vesta, our furniture collections are sourced and styled by an in-house team of experts including professional designers, who draw from our inventory to design a client’s space based on their lifestyle and tastes. The pieces are sophisticated and built to last, so whether you’re staying six months or six years, the space feels lived-in, not temporary. It’s a full-service design experience: layout, placement, styling and installation. Everything is move-in ready, from day one.
Let’s Do The Math
Here’s where it gets fun. Buying furniture outright can feel like a major investment—and it is. But when you break down the numbers, renting your furniture can actually give you more design power for less upfront cost. Think of it as design-savvy math: instead of spending $50K furnishing a space all at once, you can spread that across time, enjoy an expertly designed home and still leave the door open to purchase the pieces you love most.. Plus you’re getting a design service layered into the experience.
Try Before You Buy
One of the biggest advantages of furniture rental is the freedom to try before you buy. Not sure if a deep green velvet sofa works with your art collection? Or whether marble side tables are worth the splurge? Renting allows you to live with the pieces first, so your design decisions feel intentional—not impulsive.
Many of our clients love that flexibility. In fact, in 2025, we've seen over a 300% increase in furniture rental inquiries, especially from those waiting on custom orders or relocating temporarily. For them, Vesta’s furnishings act as a high-end placeholder—turnkey, stylish and instantly livable.
When Buying Makes Sense
If you're furnishing your forever home or investing in a space that will evolve with you over time, purchasing furniture can offer a sense of permanence and personalization that’s deeply satisfying. It’s the right choice for those who love collecting pieces with meaning, customizing every detail and building a home over time with items that are here to stay.
At Vesta, we offer the option to do exactly that. Our inventory includes dozens of fabric and finish options—more than 30 across categories—so the pieces you purchase can be tailored to your style, space and lifestyle.
Many of our clients begin by renting, then fall in love with the look and feel of their space and decide to make it permanent. Whether you rent or buy, you’ll have access to the same high-quality, design-forward pieces—crafted to the standards expected in multimillion-dollar homes. And if you do decide to buy, our team will ensure a seamless transition from rental to ownership, so your home stays styled without skipping a beat.
So... What’s Better for You?
When it comes to furnishing your home, the question isn’t just what to choose—it’s how you want to live. Vesta offers both high-end furniture rental and furniture for purchase, because we know that one size doesn’t fit all.
Buying makes sense for those putting down roots in a long-term residence, ready to invest in custom pieces they’ll live with for years. But for others—especially during moments of transition like relocating, remodeling or furnishing a second home—renting is the smarter, more flexible choice. It offers instant access to designed interiors without the lead times or logistics of traditional furniture buying.
Connect with our team—we’ll help you find the perfect fit for your space, your timeline and your lifestyle.